Corporate Counsel - Litigation Management (923) - Military Veterans
at ABC Supply
ABC Supply is North America's largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building products.
ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company. In fact, we have won the Gallup Great Workplace Award every year since its inception in 2007, and Glassdoor has named us one of the best places to work in the country. Be part of a company that recognizes your talents, rewards your efforts, and helps you reach your full potential. At ABC Supply, we have YOUR future covered.
ABC Supply Co., Inc., is looking for an experienced and motivated in-house attorney specializing in litigation management to join its growing Beloit, Wisconsin-based in-house Legal Department. The ideal candidate will report to the Deputy General Counsel and will be responsible for managing and overseeing litigation matters, providing legal advice and strategy, and ensuring compliance with legal requirements. This is a full-time, in-office position.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Managing and overseeing all phases of Department-managed claims and litigation from inception through resolution, including retaining and managing outside counsel, issuing and managing litigation holds, conducting investigations, overseeing discovery responses, and drafting or responding demand letters.
- Collaborating with outside counsel and internal stakeholders to develop litigation strategy and budget management.
- Overseeing responses to subpoenas and other information requests.
- Preparing legal memoranda and researching various legal issues.
- Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements and related documents.
- Preparing and providing training to internal teams on litigation-related issues and best practices.
- Providing general legal advice, support, and services to ABC Supply and its subsidiaries and divisions on a broad range of topics and issues.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
- At least 7 years of relevant legal experience in a law firm and/or corporate legal department.
- Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Licensed to practice law in a U.S. state or D.C.
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:
- Strong understanding of civil procedure and litigation strategy.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong legal research skills.
- Knowledge and experience in various areas of the law.
- Strong presentation skills with the ability to persuade a wide range of audiences.
- Attention to detail and accuracy; advanced organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and properly prioritize pending tasks.
- Ability to plan and coordinate multiple projects at the same time in a fast-paced environment.
- An overall positive attitude and good interpersonal skills.
- High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethics, and an ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
- Self-motivated and able to work efficiently, either independently or in a team
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience managing local or outside counsel.
- Experience with construction and/or product defect litigation.
- Familiarity with Article 2 of the UCC and related matters.
- Experience working with and managing support staff.
- Familiarity with Legal Tracker (formerly Serengeti) or similar legal matter management and e-billing solutions.
Benefits may include:
- Health, dental, and vision coverage - eligible after 60 days, low out of pocket
- 401(k) with generous company match - eligible after 60 days, immediately vested
- Employer paid employee assistance program
- Employer paid short term and long term disability
- Employer paid life insurance
- Flex spending
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick days
- Paid holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace
ABC Supply values diversity and we actively encourage women, minorities, and veterans to apply.
Beloit, WI
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ABC Supply is recognized as one of the greatest workplaces worldwide. In fact, we are one of only two companies to receive the Gallup Great Workplace Award every year since its inception in 2007, and Glassdoor has named us one of the best places to work in the country. ABC has a strong culture which is built upon seven core values: Respect. Opportunity. Work Hard - Have Fun. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Give Back. American Pride. Our most valued investment is our people, and we are committed to providing them the opportunity to do what they love every day.
ABC Supply offers various career choices within each branch location. Opportunities range from delivery drivers and warehouse roles, to sales professionals and management positions. Because we focus on teamwork, training, internal promotion, and associate engagement, you are able to realize your career goals and define your future. Be part of a company that recognizes your talents, rewards your efforts and helps you reach your full potential. At ABC Supply, we have your future covered.
WE VALUE THE VETERAN EXPERIENCE
We understand how difficult it can be to find a job you love after time served in the military. At ABC Supply, we’re committed to helping veterans transition into positions that use their military experience and set them up for fulfilling, lifelong careers with a team that has their back.
OUR VETERAN HIRING PLEDGE
Each year, we strengthen our workforce with hundreds of military veteran hires. Our partnership with RecruitMilitary marks a shared commitment to hiring U.S. military veterans, and our work with RecruitMilitary brings that pledge to life. We encourage veteran career seekers to connect with us at RecruitMilitary job fairs across the nation to discuss what ABC Supply can do for you.
FINDING THE RIGHT FIT
From Management roles to driving positions, we offer a variety of opportunities for veterans to leverage skills earned in the military. Depending on your driving experience, we may even be able to help fast-track your commercial driver's license and expedite your new career. Check out our open positions to the right for more information and to apply!
APPLICATION PROCESS
Once you click ‘Apply Now’ on an ABC Supply job posting, you will be re-directed to fill out an application on ABC Supply’s career page. In order to be considered for next steps, please complete the application on ABC Supply’s career page and make sure you have an updated resume uploaded to your RecruitMilitary profile. Once ABC Supply reviews your resume and profile, a recruiter will reach out to provide you with more information and to schedule you for an interview.